David G. Stead (1877-1957) is remembered as one of Australia’s most significant conservationists who laid the foundations for protecting Australia’s unique wildlife. Less well known is his work as a self-educated marine biologist. Some say he even lost his public service job in the NSW Department of Fisheries because of his extraordinarily enthusiastic, principled but outspoken views. This course explores David G. Stead as a visionary marine conservationist and how his legacy continues today.